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Modern Shipper
Wayfair revenue jumps nearly 50% in Q1
Wayfair said its active customer base grew 57.1% in the past year, and those customers are ordering more items, leading to a nearly 50% increase…
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Amazon opens up in-garage grocery delivery to all Prime members
Just months after launching its Key In-Garage Grocery Delivery, Amazon is expanding the service to more than 5,000 U.S. cities and towns.
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Florida Funders backs retail support services firm OTHRSource
Hybrid investment firm Florida Funders has made a second investment in OTHRSource, an Atlanta-based company that specializes in boosting brands’ sales through strategic merchandising opportunities,…
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E-commerce & Fulfillment
E-commerce cybercrime jumped 50% in 2020
The growth in e-commerce coincided with an increase in cybercriminals attacking payment systems in 2020, with 50% more cyberattacks attempted in 2020 than in 2019,…
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Consumer demands are changing — retailers and delivery partners need to listen
As consumers become accustomed to same-day delivery, retailers and their delivery partners are facing increased pressure to improve the overall experience.
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E-commerce growth furthers interest in direct-from-origin shipping options
A quickly changing retail landscape has sparked interest in more innovative shipping models, including bypassing domestic warehousing with direct-from-origin options.
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Walmart to build $800M distribution center near Dallas
Walmart is making an $800 million investment in Lancaster, Texas, building two e-commerce facilities totaling 1.9 million square feet aimed at growing its online shopping…
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Amazon opening three San Antonio facilities
Amazon to build three facilities, create 1,500 jobs in San Antonio
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E-commerce explodes into holiday shipping season
We’re shopping online for products at levels not expected for 10 years because of the pandemic. Delivery companies are trying their best to stay ahead…
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Real Estate Roundup: Warehouse and distribution demand soars; so does community opposition
A Pennsylvania developer successfully persuaded local elected officials to approve zoning changes for a new industrial park, despite residents’ complaints. It’s one of several examples…
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